Overview The average travel time between Paris and Madrid is 10h12 minutes. The quickest route is 9h38 minutes. The first train leaving Paris is at 10:07, the last at 14:07. There is an average of 0 trains a day between Paris and Madrid, leaving approximately every 2h13 minutes.

Travel inspiration in Paris and Madrid

Travelling by train from Paris to Madrid

If you are looking for a real experience travelling by train, then the trip from Paris to Madrid will surely be of interest. The 10 hour long trip will take place on board the France Spain high speed train and the AVE high speed train.

Located in Paris, the Paris Gare de Lyon railway station is an important transport hub. Paris Gare de Lyon railway station is connected to other public transportations. Madrid Atocha railway station is found in Madrid. It is served by the train operating on the Paris to Madrid route.

Is a train ticket better or a rail pass? Travelling only a couple of time from Paris to Madrid, the train ticket is ideal, cheaper and more convenient. A train ticket from Paris to Madrid includes your seat reservation if you are travelling on board a high speed train, international train, scenic train or night train. Regional trains do not require a seat reservation. For more trips from Paris to Madrid, and to visit more of a region or country, a rail pass including France and Spain is better.

Discover Paris and visit other cities by train

One of the best places to get a perfect view of Paris is from the top of the Montparnasse tower. You will be able to see all the landmarks of Paris including a perfect view of the Eiffel tower.